Best Taiyo Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 43 - Tekkonkinkreet by Taiyō Matsumoto 58:16

21d ago58:16

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The cops claim it. The Yakuza fight for it. Gangs and hoodlums bleed for it. But everyone in Treasure Town knows the truth: these streets belong to two orphaned kids named Black and White. Their legendary story, still hailed as manga royalty three decades later, isn't just about survival—it's about the soul of a city itself. This week, Mat welcomes…

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Family, Music & The Poet’s Path: A Conversation with Taiyo Na 47:46

24d ago47:46

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www.taiyona.com Taiyo Na is a writer of poems, songs, stories and curricula who lives on unceded Lenape land (Queens, NY). The collaboration album Home:Word included a number of chart-topping songs in Asia. His writing has appeared in Kweli Journal, Poets House and in the anthology We the Gathered Heat: Asian American and Pacific Islander Poetry, P…

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Hawes Sisters on the Move: Growing Up Army Strong! 46:13

5h ago46:13

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Send the Punk Brats a text! We love to hear from Brats around the world! :) In Season Two, Episode Three of Punk Brats, we hear from the Hawes sisters, Kayla and Julia. They share their experiences of constant change, saying goodbye to friends, and starting over, as well as the deeply personal challenges of living with a father struggling with PTSD…

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Episode 46 - Kowloon Generic Romance by Jun Mayuzuki 1:02:04

7h ago1:02:04

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In the nostalgic labyrinth of Kowloon Walled City, realtor Reiko Kujirai stands out as a woman hungry for change in a place clinging to the past. Her colleague Hajime Kudou—stubborn, traditional, and oddly charming—represents everything she's trying to leave behind. As these opposites find themselves increasingly drawn together, something mysteriou…

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Celebrating Hawaiian Music and Culture: Talk Story with Melemai Kahumoku 26:53

4d ago26:53

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Keywords Hilo Town Farmers Market, Hawaiian music, Nahoku Hanohano Awards, songwriting, musical journey, collaboration, advice for musicians, music scene, inspiration, local food Summary In this engaging conversation at the Hilo Town Farmers Market, Lani Park interviews talented musicians Mele Mai Kahumoku and Kiyoku Kahumoku. They discuss their mu…

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Episode 45 - Gokurakugai by Yuto Sano 59:17

7d ago59:17

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The Trouble Shooter agency doesn't just solve problems—they OBLITERATE them! Join us as we dive into Yuto Sano's adrenaline-pumping world of "Gokurakugai," where monster hunting isn't just a job, it's an art form. This week, Mat is joined once again by Lea to dissect what some consider to be the next big Shonen series! We'll be unpacking: the jaw-d…

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Joy in the Little Things: Conversation with Caridad de La Luz aka La Bruja 47:45

11d ago47:45

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Keywords Caridad de la Luz, La Bruja, poetry, spirituality, courage, Cuba, New York Poet's Cafe, creativity, community, artistic collaboration, motherhood, professional boundaries, joy, inspiration, artistic journey, advice for artists, dreams, purification, spirituality, legacy, community, poetry Summary In this engaging conversation, Lani Park in…

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Episode 44 - RG Veda by CLAMP 1:16:14

14d ago1:16:14

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When a tyrant god's reign is prophesied to fall, does it herald salvation—or apocalypse? Three centuries ago, the God of Thunder committed the ultimate betrayal: murdering the Heavenly Emperor and seizing the throne of Tenkai for himself. His reign has brought nothing but darkness and cruelty to the celestial realm. Now, a lone stargazer's prophecy…

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Empowering Women Through Storytelling and Surfing 43:56

25d ago43:56

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https://www.drstephaniehan.com/ https://bit.ly/m/laniloves Summary In this engaging conversation, Lani Park and Dr. Stephanie Han discuss the challenges and triumphs of writing, particularly in the context of divorce and personal growth. Dr. Han shares her journey as a writer, her experiences with surfing, and the importance of storytelling for wom…

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2 Poet Laureates Share a Cuppa Tea & Poetry 46:39

25d ago46:39

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https://www.leeherrick.com/ In this engaging conversation, Lani Park interviews Lee Herrick, the current Poet Laureate of California. They discuss Herrick's journey as a poet, his experiences with adoption, & the importance of community engagement in his role. Herrick shares insights into his busy schedule, his artistic projects, & the inspirations…

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Episode 42 - Go! Go! Loser Ranger! by Negi Haruba 55:03

28d ago55:03

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Is Negi Haruba's dark take on sentai heroes a revolutionary deconstruction like 'The Boys,' or just another forgettable genre flip? This week, Mat welcomes back Zane Taichou from Undisputed Anime to dive deep into Kodansha's provocative manga sensation 'Go! Go! Loser Ranger!' Together, they unpack the series' subversive themes, examine whether thos…

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Honey Tea & Talk Story with Lani Trailer 1:07

1M ago1:07

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Send us a text Support the show 🍯 Here are all our links to stay tuned! 💛 Aloha 🤙 IG: https://www.instagram.com/honeyteaandtalkstorypod/ FB Group : https://www.facebook.com/groups/492414147248240 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@honeyteawithlani TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@honeyteawithlani Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6hylf3fe1Rftx34…

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Episode 41 - PLUTO: Urasawa x Tezuka by Naoki Urasawa 1:00:39

1M ago1:00:39

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What happens when you take a tale written by 'The God of Manga' and let the 'Master of Suspense' retell it? Well, you only get one of the greatest works of Manga ever written! On this week's episode, Mat is joined once again by his podcasting partner in. crime Tom, to talk about an undisputed masterpiece: PLUTO: Urasawa x Tezuka by Naoki Urasawa, p…

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Episode 40 - The Rose of Versailles by Riyoko Ikeda 1:05:50

1M ago1:05:50

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On this week's episode, Mat's joined by Pippa (aka StrawberryShojo), to talk about a Classic work of Historical Fiction / Shojo Manga, The Rose of Versailles by Riyoko Ikeda, published in English by Udon Entertainment. Join us as we talk about the book's place in history, scratch the surface of it's themes, and get sucked in by all of the drama! Su…

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Bonus Episode - Honey Lemon Sold-a? 11:10

1M ago11:10

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On this Manga Tak-ked On (i.e. a Bonus Episode), Mat is joined one again by Undisputed Anime's TsuTsuDae, to talk about his complete 180 on modern High School Shōjo Manga, Honey Lemon Soda by Mayu Murata, published in English by Yen Press. Join us as we get into a spoiler-tastic (upto Vol 6. from 00:04:00 on) episode where Tsu tells us where Honey …

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Episode 39 - D. Gray-Man by Katsura Hoshino 1:01:22

2M ago1:01:22

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On this week's episode, Mat's bacon is saved emergency guest TsuTsuDae of the Undisputed Anime Podcast, to talk about the long running Shonen classic, D.Gray-Man by Katsura Hoshino. Join us as we talk about the book's long history, how it balances mature themes with lighthearted moments, and get nostalgic for the bygone era where the local comic bo…

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Army Brat and Veteran, Scott Teakell, Talks About How He Earned His Soldier’s Medal Award and Overcame PTSD Through Forging Knives. 46:36

2M ago46:36

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Send the Punk Brats a text! We love to hear from Brats around the world! :) Welcome to Season 3, Episode 1 of the Punk Brats!! Larry "Scott" Teakell, a distinguished Army Brat, embarked on his military career by enlisting in the United States Army in 1995. With a commitment to service, he dedicated himself to the vital role of a medic, providing cr…

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Episode 38 - Show-Ha Shoten! by Akinari Asakura & Takeshi Obata 58:33

2M ago58:33

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined by Fred Tornager to discuss a comic book about comedy: and the excellent Show-Ha Shoten! by Akinari Asakura & Takeshi Obata, published in English by Viz Media. Join us as we 'dissect the frog' of comedy, gush about Obata's artwork, then talk about what works and doesn't in the first volume of the 'Bakuman of Ma…

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Episode 37 - Trillion Game by Riichiro Inagaki and Ryoichi Ikegami 1:00:48

2M ago1:00:48

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined once again by Georgie to discuss the lastest work from two legendary Mangaka: Trillion Game by Riichiro Inagaki and Ryoichi Ikegami, published in English by Viz Media. Join us as we discuss the Mangaka's careers, how this series fumbles a little while finding it's feet, but how despite some of those early misst…

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Episode 36 - Honey Lemon Soda by Mayu Murata 52:27

2M ago52:27

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined once again by one half of the Undisputed Anime Podcast, TsuTsuDae, to talk about some modern High School Shōjo: Honey Lemon Soda by Mayu Murata! Join us as we talk about why the book didn't quite hit for us but how we see glimmers of hope in it's bubbly surface, how it measures up to similar books like Kimi Ni …

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Episode 35 - Asadora! by Naoki Urasawa 54:50

3M ago54:50

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined once again joined by Ramzee to discuss Asadora! the latests book from 'The Master of Suspense' Naoki Urasawa. Join us as we talk about the book's themes of what it means to live, how a plucky young girl can embody the spirit of Japan, and how Urasawa's cartooning blends humour and tragedy to great effect! Thank…

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Episode 34 - TRIGUN by Yasuhiro Nightow 1:09:35

3M ago1:09:35

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined once again by his podcasting partner in. crime Tom, to talk about one of our favourite manga, Trigun by Yasuhiro Nightow, recently re-published in english by Dark Horse Comics and getting the deluxe treatment it deserves! Join us as we discuss the various forms Trigun has taken over the years since it's debut i…

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Episode 33 - Sakamoto Days by Yuto Suzuki 59:16

3M ago59:16

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined one again by Zane Taichou from Undisputed Anime, to talk about the latest title from Weekly Shonen Jump to receive an anime: Sakamoto Days by Yuto Suzuki Join us as we discuss how Hitmen never really get to retire, if we think the mash-up of Gag Manga and Action really work for us, and how sometimes the best wo…

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Episode 32 - The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn't A Guy At All by Sumiko Arai 1:18:07

3M ago1:18:07

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On this episode of Manga Tak, Mat is joined once again by LumRanmaYasha to discuss THE GREEN YURI aka The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn't A Guy At All by Sumiko Arai Join us as we discuss the how the book blends together romance and music, how it's signature neon green is used for more than just branding, and find out exactly what it feels like to…

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Navy Brat, Filmmaker, and Guinness World Record Holder, Chris Soriano, Shares His Personal Stories. 48:08

3M ago48:08

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Send the Punk Brats a text! We love to hear from Brats around the world! :) Get ready for the explosive season two finale of Punk Brats Podcast! We’re bringing you the incredible Chris Soriano – a true trailblazer in the world of filmmaking, acting, and entrepreneurship. Known for his dynamic contributions to both entertainment and social causes, C…

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Episode 31 - CITY by Keiichi Arawi 55:14

4M ago55:14

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On this episode of Manga Tak, Mat is joined once again by AC MacDonald, creator of Twistwood Tales, to discuss the wonderful, comedy manga CITY by Keiichi Arawi of Nichijou fame. Join us as we figure out our plans to relocate to a CITY where comedic characters live increasingly funny lives, dine at it's finest restaurants on a diet of tapas-like ga…

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Episode 30 - Bleach by Tite Kubo 1:24:24

4M ago1:24:24

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This week, Mat is joined by comic book creator and publisher Mitch Proctor (aka Bon Idle) to talk about the second of 'The Big Three' to grace the podcast: Bleach by Tite Kubo! Join us as we get into why we love the book, and the series, in general! We even get slightly off topic once or twice to discuss some other Shonen titles, demographics in ge…

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Episode 29 - Noragami: Stray God by Adachitoka 49:05

4M ago49:05

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This week, Mat is joined by Ida from Denmark's biggest Anime, Manga and Cosplaying convention, J-Popcon to talk about Adachitoka's Shonen smash hit Noragami: Stray God. Join us as we delve into a world of lost souls, Gods for hire and the things living in the spaces in-between! We also talk through our slightly conflicted feelings on the manga: how…

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Episode 28 - Mermaid Saga by Rumiko Takahashi 1:12:37

4M ago1:12:37

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Mat is joined once again by AC (aka @ProdTally) to talk about another great work from Rumiko Takahashi: this time it's her short horror series, Mermaid Saga! Join us as we talk through the what makes a great 'immortal' story, how the book fairs compared to other classics of the genre in other mediums and why we won't be sharing any of the colour sp…

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Episode 27 - Sketchy by Makihirochi 1:00:42

4M ago1:00:42

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined once again by 'The Lord of Shojo' Georgie, to discuss the excellent Josei (?) skateboarding manga 'Sketchy' by Makihirochi, published in English by Kodansha. Join us as we discuss the best Melancholy Moments, how this book proves we need more MCs in their 30's, and why it's a book you can absolutely judge by it…

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How Natassia Cherne Went From a Marine Brat to Lt. Colonel and Commander of the USAF 361st Recruiting Squadron. 48:31

5M ago48:31

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Send the Punk Brats a text! We love to hear from Brats around the world! :) Natassia Cherne is commander of the United States Air Force's 361st Recruiting Squadron, a landmark achievement that not only highlights her exceptional leadership skills but also serves as an inspiration to countless others striving to break through barriers in the militar…

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Episode 26 - The Summer Hikaru Died by Mokumokuren 53:19

5M ago53:19

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined by Budjette Tan, writer of horror/crime komik Trese, to talk about 'The Summer Hikaru Died' by Mokumokuren. Join us as we discuss why we're both suckers for an intriguing book title, the wonders of being surprised by the unexpected and why we love a good use of sound effects to build tension! Find Budjette on B…

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Episode 25 - Kagurabachi by Takeru Hokazono 1:12:20

5M ago1:12:20

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined one again by the one and only Zane Taichou from Undisputed Anime, to talk about the next big thing in Weekly Shonen Jump: Kagurabachi by Takeru Hokazono, published in English by Viz Media! Join us as we discuss how Hokazono blends his love of Western Cinema and modern manga together, the buzz around this book f…

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Episode 24 - An Invitation From A Crab by Panpanya 49:48

5M ago49:48

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined by Maria Salgado to talk about the closest thing we'll likely ever get to an 'indie manga' in English: An Invitation From a Crab by Panpanya, published by Denpa! Join us as we talk about Panpanya's focus on vibes over story, how they create breath taking comics with mixed medium, and more importantly, how they …

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Episode 23 - The Birth of Kitaro by Shigeru Mizuki 1:03:43

5M ago1:03:43

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Stop us if you've heard this one before, but this week Mat is joined once again Tom to talk about another classic manga: The Birth of Kitaro by Shigeru Mizuki, published in english by Drawn and Quarterly. Join us as we talk about the Mizuki's incredible art style, his unique way of assembling a story and how in a book all about Kitaro, it's actuall…

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"Glad I'm Not A Fish" Brand And Video Creator, Mark Smith, Talks About His Social Media Fame With 2.1 Million Followers! 51:35

6M ago51:35

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Send the Punk Brats a text! We love to hear from Brats around the world! :) Get ready for an electrifying episode as the Punk Brats sit down with none other than Mark Smith—a social media powerhouse who's racked up over 2.1 million followers and counting! Mark is the creative genius behind the viral sensation "Glad I'm Not A Fish!"—a brand that's t…

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Episode 22 - Orb: On the Movements of the Earth by Uoto 58:52

6M ago58:52

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A historical manga on Heliocentrism? Really? Well don't be alarmed dear listener, because there's more to this manga than meets the eye! This week, Mat is joined by storyteller / cartoonist Ramzee, to talk about the manga by Uoto that is the basis for the NHK/Netflix anime of the same name. Join us as we discuss this manga's seemingly unusual theme…

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Episode 21 - My Name is Shingo by Kazuo Umezu 58:55

6M ago58:55

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A manga about intelligent machines replacing humans in the work force sounds like something brand new to reflect today's headlines: but what if I told you that My Name is Shingo was originally published in 1982? This week, Mat is joined by the Lord of Shojo, Georgie (aka @Mainly.Manga) to talk about a classic manga from Kazuo Umezu. Join us as we d…

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Episode 20 - Fist Of The North Star by Buronson and Tetsuo Hara 55:42

6M ago55:42

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On this week's episode, we're dusting off another classic! Mat is joined by one again by Tom to talk about a seminal text of action / battle genre, Fist of the North Star. Written by Buronson and illustrated by Tetsuo Hara. Join us as we talk about the book's impact on Manga as a whole, including it's influence on works like Jojo's Bizarre Adventur…

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Episode 19 - She Loves to Cook, and She Loves to Eat by Sakaomi Yuzaki 1:14:22

6M ago1:14:22

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined by LumRanmaYasha to talk about a triple header of firsts for the podcast: Yuri, Food and Josei, with She Loves to Cook, and She Loves to Eat by Sakaomi Yuzaki. Join us as we talk through the books representation of identity, how food is the perfect engine for emotional storytelling, not to mention how joyful it…

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Episode 18 - Dan Da Dan by Yukinobu Tatsu 1:05:32

7M ago1:05:32

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Want to hear all about the Manga behind the hottest new Anime of the Fall 2024 line up? Well, look no further! Mat is joined by the hosts of The Undisputed Anime Podcast, ZaneTaichou AND TsuTsuDae to talk about one of our favourite current Manga titles, Dan Da Dan! Join us as we talk about the book's impact, how it blends incredible art and humour …

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Episode 17 - Ranma 1/2 by Rumiko Takahashi 51:32

7M ago51:32

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Just in time for the launch of the new anime reboot from Mappa, Mat is joined once again by AC (aka @ProdTally) to talk about another of Rumiko Takahashi's works: this time it's the undisputed classic, Ranma 1/2! Join us as we talk through Ranma's cultural context and history, both in Japan and as one the trail blazing first manga to crack the West…

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Episode 16 - Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind by Hayao Miyazaki 50:53

7M ago50:53

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined by Christophe Galati to discuss Hayao Miyazaki's epic Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind. Originally published in the pages of Japan’s premier otaku magazine, Animage, Nausicaa is Miyazaki’s Manga Magnum opus. Like his movie of the same name, Nausicaa is the story of the titular princess from a small kingdom, w…

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Episode 15 - Blue Lock by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and Yusuke Nomura 57:41

7M ago57:41

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On this week's episode, Mat is joined by Bar (aka InkByBar) to discuss Kodansha's epic football / soccer manga, Blue Lock. First published in Kodansha’s Weekly Shonen Magazine back in 2018, Blue Lock, written by Muneyuki Kaneshiro and drawn by Yusuke Nomura, is a Football Battle Royale mange in which to craft the world’s best striker, 300 Japanese …

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Episode 14 - Insomniacs After School by Makoto Ojiro 57:41

8M ago57:41

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On this episode of Manga Tak, Mat is joined by Nick (aka RetroBreak) to discuss Insomniacs After School by Makoto Ojiro. First published by Shogakukan's Weekly Big Comic Spirit, Insomniacs After School is a seinen manga by Makoto Ojiro. It's the story of Ganta Makami, an insomniac high school student who struggles socially thanks to his constant st…

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USAF Brat, Marc McKinney, Shares About Moving 21 Times With His Infamous Drug Dealing Parents. 47:58

8M ago47:58

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Send the Punk Brats a text! We love to hear from Brats around the world! :) Marc McKinney experienced moves during his childhood as a result of his father’s career in the USAF. Despite his early travels, he continued to relocate an additional 21 times later in life. After his father’s honorable discharge, he transitioned into a notorious role as a …

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Episode 13 - Devilman by Go Nagai 53:59

8M ago53:59

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On this episode of Manga Tak, Mat is joined once again by Tom to discuss the classic Go Nagai horror manga, Devilman! After Toei Animation requested a lighter version of his manga, Demon Lord Dante, that could be turned into an anime, Go Nagai created Devilman. Given specific direction to make the manga darker, Nagai launched a more adult work in K…

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Episode 12 - Kaiju No. 8 by Naoya Matsumoto 1:01:06

8M ago1:01:06

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On this week's episode, I'm joined by my good friend, illustrator and graphic designer, Crystal to discuss Kaiju No. 8 by Naoya Matsumoto. First published digitally on Shueisha’s Shonen Jump+ app, Kaiju No. 8 is a series written and illustrated by Naoya Matsumoto. It’s the story of Kafka Hibino, a kaiju-corpse cleanup guy who still dreams about mak…

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Episode 11 - The Ghost in The Shell by Masamune Shirow 58:56

8M ago58:56

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On this week's episode, I'm joined by Graphic Designer / Comic artist Jibé to discuss the classic manga The Ghost in The Shell by Masamune Shirow. Originally published from April 1989 to November 1990 in Kodansha’s Young Magazine, The Ghost in the Shell is considered a seminal work not only in the manga sphere, but as a foundational piece of the cy…

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Episode 10 - God Bless the Mistaken by Nakatani Nio 58:55

8M ago58:55

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On this week's episode, I'm joined by Lea from Faraos Cigarer in Copenhagen to discuss the excellent God Bless the Mistaken by Nakatani Nio! Originally published in ASCII Mediawork’s Dengeki Daioh magazine in Japan, God Bless the Mistaken is the 2021 follow up to Nakatani Nio’s incredibly popular Bloom Into You. Rather than Yuri romance though, God…

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