Best Hikaru Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 42 - The Summer Hikaru Died vol. 1, by Mokumokuren 57:57

3h ago57:57

57:57

This may not be news to you, but one of Alex's secret missions throughout the history of Mangaroos has been to get Mark and Jayson to read a BL manga. Well, it's finally happened! And all three of us have nothing but good things to say about the experience. The Summer Hikaru Died isn't only a BL story, though. It's also an extremely effective tale …

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Ep. 43 - Kagurabachi vol. 1, by Takeru Hokazono 49:35

4h ago49:35

49:35

Kagurabachi is the manga for anyone who's read Jujutsu Kaisen and wished it was good. It's a cinematic pastiche. A rush of styles and influences exploding onto the page by super-talented newcomer Takeru Hokazono that all just barely manages to hang together, like a dirt bike humming along at full throttle, as long as you never stop to think about i…

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514 - One Shot 77 - ...And the Strange and Funky Happenings One Day, The Other Side of the Clouds 1:13:39

23m ago1:13:39

1:13:39

Apologize in advance and we dealt with some technical issues recording this episode! We review upcoming Glacier Bay Books titles of ...And the Strange and Funky Happenings One Day and The Other Side of the Clouds! We also discuss the American Manga Awards and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast…

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COACH of MAGNUS and NEPO! Podcast with Jan Gustafsson 51:36

6d ago51:36

51:36

Today on my podcast, I'm joined by a great chess player and coach, Grandmaster Jan Gustafsson. We discussed the differences and similarities between Magnus and Nepo, Jan's work as a second for both of them, the upcoming Gukesh vs. Ding match, and much more. At the end, we’ve played a fascinating blitz game. Enjoy! My X: https://x.com/mustreader My …

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513 - Ooku: The Inner Chambers part 3 1:20:12

11d ago1:20:12

1:20:12

On this episode we talk about anime remakes, Isekai Mou Kaeritai, Kufuku na Bokura, and more! Then we continue to trek into Fumi Yoshinaga's Ooku: The Inner Chambers as we catch up to the reign of the 8th Shogun Yoshimune!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website! https://mangamachin…

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Ep. 41 - Jujutsu Kaisen vol. 1, by Gege Akutami 58:45

2h ago58:45

58:45

Jujutsu Kaisen: modern Shonen Jump classic, or merely the inspiration for an amazing anime adaptation? We'll get to the bottom of this mystery, while also discussing gnarly old finger-shaped convenience store snacks, and finding out exactly what "Jujutsu Kaisen" really means! Get in touch with us! Email: mangaroospodcast@gmail.com Everywhere else: …

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512 - Ooku: The Inner Chambers part 2 1:33:39

1d ago1:33:39

1:33:39

This week, we talk about Hell is Dark with No Flowers, Secret Steward, Shin Kamen Rider, Amakute Karakute Suppai, and more! Then we continue to crawl through the annals of Fumi Yoshinaga's alternate Edo period Japan, with more Ooku: The Inner Chambers!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out ou…

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511 - Ooku: The Inner Chambers part 1 2:06:21

23d ago2:06:21

2:06:21

Welcome to our long awaited Retrospective on Ooku: The Inner Chambers! We're starting our full review of Fumi Yoshinaga's alternate Japanese history manga where the Edo era shoguns were women! We also discuss The Ghost in the Shell, No\Name, and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our…

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Ep. 40 - Spacewalking with You vol. 1, by Inuhiko Doronoda 1:11:00

15d ago1:11:00

1:11:00

The Roos review another winner of the Manga Taisho Award, Spacewalking with You (Kimi to Uchū o Aruku Tame ni). Self reflect on your personal difficulties in life and overcome them together with us, just like best buds Uno and Kobayashi do in this story :) It’s boys supporting one another through friendship and understanding what makes each one of …

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510 - Shojo Showdown 8 - My Love Mix-Up!, In the Clear Moonlit Dusk, Otomen 1:28:41

1M ago1:28:41

1:28:41

This week, it's time for another Shojo Showdown! We discuss My Love Mix-Up!, In the Clear Moonlit Dusk, and Otomen! We also talk about Sanzoku Diary, Komen Fufu, Jungle Juice, and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website! https://mangamachinations.com Check out our YouTube chan…

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509 - One Shot 76 - Until I Met My Husband 1:03:50

1M ago1:03:50

1:03:50

Join us for an extra episode of Pride and Panels! We cover the manga adaptation of gay rights activist Ryousuke Nanasaki's memoirs in Until I Met My Husband! We also discuss long running manga, Hyper Hard Boiled Gourmet Report, and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website! http…

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Ep. 39 - Fullmetal Alchemist vol. 1, by Hiromu Arakawa (feat. Alistair) 1:06:39

27d ago1:06:39

1:06:39

Mangaroos double dips for the first time ever for the much-beloved Arakawa-sensei! FMA expert Alistair takes time from his pilgrimage across Shikoku to take over as guest host on a grainy green payphone to ask the Roos tough questions like what type of alchemist they would be and what exactly makes up a human body. A must listen for any FMA fan! Se…

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508 - Twiple Dip 11 - The Summer Hikaru Died 2, Don't Call It Mystery 3-4, Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai 2 1:33:21

2M ago1:33:21

1:33:21

Join us as we continue to take advantage of Seamus's absence and revisit some manga for a Twiple Dip! We check out The Summer Hikaru Died 2, Don't Call it Mystery 3-4, and Dragon Quest: The Adventure Dai 2!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website! https://mangamachinations.com Check…

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507 - One Shot 75 - Beast Complex 2 + 3 1:17:58

1M ago1:17:58

1:17:58

Morgana is back but sick. Still, it doesn't stop us from returning to Paru Itagaki's unhinged animal kingdom with Beast Complex 2 + 3! We also talk about hot lettuce, Tougen Anki: Legend of the Cursed Blood, Ramen Akaneko, Maru Sankaku Shikaku, and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out …

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506 - One Shot 74 - Sexy Voice and Robo 1:05:13

1M ago1:05:13

1:05:13

The original trio dive into an art-driven tale of a plucky teen and her hapless lackey in Sexy Voice and Robo! We also discuss Tom King, Dead Dead Demons Dededede Destruction, Ultimate Exorcist Kiyoshi, and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website! https://mangamachinations.com…

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505 - Triple Dip 83 - Vampeerz, BARBARITIES, Emanon 1:33:29

2M ago1:33:29

1:33:29

Seamus finally returns, as we examine Vampeerz, Barbarities, and Emanon for a Pride and Panels Triple Dip! We also talk about sitcoms, sports anime, our new YouTube show, Head to Head, Ossan no Pantsu ga Nandatte Ii janai ka!, and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website! https…

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504 - Manga in Motion 63 - BL Metamorphosis 1:18:58

2M ago1:18:58

1:18:58

This week we officially start this year's Pride and Panels by watching the live-action BL Metamorphosis movie! The sweet story of friendship is hampered by a snail-like pace! We also discuss anime for triathlon training, examine beauty discrimination with Busu Nante Iwanaide, and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twit…

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503 - Twiple Dip 10 - #DRCL midnight children 2, Innocent 2, Chainsaw Man 17 2:02:45

2M ago2:02:45

2:02:45

Join us as we read the next volumes of #DRCL midnight children, Innocent, and Chainsaw Man for another installment of Twiple Dip! We also talk about the American Manga Awards, Jump Toon, Keibuho Daimajin, and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website! https://mangamachinations.c…

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Chess coach advice: STOP DOING THIS! IM Kavutskiy 1:16:36

3M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

In this podcast episode with the famous coach, founding sensei of @ChessDojo IM Kostya Kavutskiy, we discuss chess improvement. How to go from CM to FM (in my case), how to go from IM to GM (in Kostya's case), how to improve if you are rated 500, 1000, 1500, and so on. Lots of great insights! At the end, we've played an instructive blitz game. My X…

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502 - Darfox Dabbles 9 - MANGA Plus 5 1:20:23

3M ago1:20:23

1:20:23

Seamus and Morgana are out this episode, so dakazu gets Darfox to read a variety of new series for a Darfox Dabbles! We discuss Dear Anemone, Navigatoria, GHOST FIXERS, and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website! https://mangamachinations.com Check out our YouTube channel! ht…

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KRAMNIK: "I apologize, but I don't see any other way" 2:15:51

3M ago2:15:51

2:15:51

In this podcast episode with Vladimir Kramnik, we discuss his anti-cheating activism and the controversy around it. Has Kramnik gone too far in his fight? Are his methods correct? Does he agree that he has done some wrong things? Watch our full discussion to find out! At the end, we've played a chess game that Mr. Kramnik called "very interesting".…

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Ep. 38 - Skip and Loafer vol. 1, by Misaki Takamatsu (feat. Minami Sakai) 1:00:44

3M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Every day's a little more colorful when Mitsumi's around! Misaki Takamatsu's Skip and Loafer is a love story, in that it is a story that you will fall in love with, unless you have a heart of stone. Come and listen to us gush about our sparkly darling. Get in touch with us! Email: mangaroospodcast@gmail.com Everywhere else: @mangaroos…

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501 - Movie Machinations 2 - Velvet Goldmine 56:57

3M ago56:57

56:57

This week we discuss the end of Nobunaga no Chef and the connection of Sunny Sunny Ann! with Glaeolia 2! Then, we examine the glam-rock Velvet Goldmine for Movie Machinations, to see it's connection to Paradise Kiss!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website! https://mangamachinations…

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500 - One Shot 73 - Paradise Kiss 1:49:59

3M ago1:49:59

1:49:59

Come join us as we celebrate 500 episodes of Manga Machinations! After announcing the winner of our giveaway, dakazu leads the hosts in a game of Wavelength! Then we dive into the world of fashion and teen drama with Ai Yazawa's Paradise Kiss!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website…

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499 - Manga in Motion 62 - Blue Giant 1:12:39

3M ago1:12:39

1:12:39

It's time to tear our guts out this episode! dakazu won't shut up about how amazing the Blue Giant movie is, while Darfox says the CG animation is unforgivable! We also discuss Artemisa, the new volume of My Love Story!!, and more!!! We're doing a manga giveaway for our upcoming 500th episode! You can win a bundel of Panorama of Hell, Invisible Par…

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DANIEL NARODITSKY: Magnus, Gukesh, Hikaru + BLITZ LIFEHACKS 1:20:38

4M ago1:20:38

1:20:38

We discuss with GM Daniel Naroditsky the results of the Candidates, the future of chess, and how to get better at blitz chess. We've also played a time odds game. This is one of the most fascinating podcasts I've ever recorded, enjoy! My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader Danya's Twitch: https://witch.tv/gmnaroditsky Danya's YouTube: @DanielN…

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LEVON ARONIAN: chess psychology, cheating, Magnus, Kasparov 52:32

4M ago52:32

52:32

I've interviewed Levon Aronian and discussed with him the hottest topics in chess, as well as his personal story, books for chess self-improvement, chess psychology, and playing against Magnus Carlsen and Garry Kasparov. At the end, we played a fascinating blitz game. This was recorded in Samarkand at the end of 2023. My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/g…

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FABIANO CARUANA: "I couldn't even look at chess!" 55:37

4M ago55:37

55:37

A new podcast episode with Fabiano Caruana as my guest! In this episode, Fabi talks about his motivation, story of his decline and then ascent back to the top, the cheating scandal, Magnus, Hikaru, the Candidates, his training schedule, and much more. Also, we play blitz with time odds. Enjoy! My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader My Twitter:…

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498 - Manga in Motion 61 - Inu-Oh 1:32:24

4M ago1:32:24

1:32:24

Seamus returns to derail us with butter talk! We discuss Black Clover, VERSION, Rokyo Bakuto-den Soga, and more! Then, we explore Masaaki Yuasa's revisionist rock opera, Inu-Oh for a new episode of Manga in Motion!!! We're doing a manga giveaway for our upcoming 500th episode! You can win a bundel of Panorama of Hell, Invisible Parade, From This Fl…

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NEPO on cheating, Magnus, Hikaru, Fabi, Ding, and the Candidates 54:01

4M ago54:01

54:01

I've interviewed Ian Nepomniachtchi and discussed with him the hottest topics in chess. This was recorded in Samarkand at the end of 2023.I've interviewed Ian Nepomniachtchi and discussed with him the hottest topics in chess. This was recorded in Samarkand at the end of 2023. My Twitch: https://twitch.tv/gregmustreader My Twitter: https://twitter.c…

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Ep. 37 - Fist of the North Star vol. 1, by Tetsuo Hara and Buronson 57:36

4M ago57:36

57:36

Coming to you live from the Saizeriya in the heart of beautiful downtown Gunma! We're talking about one of the behemoths of Japanese pop culture, Fist of the North Star (Hokuto no Ken), and yes we make all the requisite "you wa shock" jokes and "a-ta-ta-ta-ta" sound effects - don't worry. Also discussed: post-apocalypse bondage gear, Mad Max and it…

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497 - Triple Dip 82 - Breakfast with My Two-Tailed Cat, Nyankees, Nekogahara 1:22:14

4M ago1:22:14

1:22:14

On this episode Darfox steps in to host for a feverish dakazu. We discuss Gunpla, Famiresu Iko., and more! Then we check out Breakfast with My Two-Tailed Cat, Nyankees, and Nekogahara: Stray Cat Samurai for a Catastic Triple Dip!!! We're doing a manga giveaway for our upcoming 500th episode! You can win a bundel of Panorama of Hell, Invisible Parad…

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496 - Manben Machinations 2 - Kazuhiro Fujita, Akiko Higashimura, Shin'ichi Sakamoto 1:51:17

4M ago1:51:17

1:51:17

This week we talk about SPY X FAMILY CODE: WHITE, She Likes Gays, but Not Me, Parasyte: The Grey, and more! Then, we examine three episodes of Manben to see how Kazuhiro Fujita, Akiko Higashimura, and Shin'ichi Sakamoto create manga!!! We're doing a manga giveaway for our upcoming 500th episode! You can win a bundel of Panorama of Hell, Invisible P…

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Ep. 36 - Magi: The Labyrinth of Magic vol. 1, by Shinobu Ohtaka 51:38

4M ago51:38

51:38

Magi is an endearing shonen adventure story with a charming little protagonist. It's got magical creatures, dungeon exploration straight out of a classic JRPG, and best-in-class reaction shots. It is also, somewhat inexplicably, the second flute-centric manga we've covered for the show. How did that happen? Get in touch with us! Email: mangaroospod…

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495 - Shojo Showdown 7 - Neighborhood Story, Yakuza Lover, A Sign of Affection 1:36:11

4M ago1:36:11

1:36:11

On this episode we discuss X-Men '97, Kohri no Joheki, I'm a Wolf, but My Boss is a Sheep!, and more! Then we get ready for a Shojo Showdown with Neighborhood Story, Yakuza Lover, and A Sign of Affection! What will make our shojo-hearts go doki-doki!? We're doing a manga giveaway for our upcoming 500th episode! You can win a copy of Panorama of Hel…

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494 - Triple Dip 81 - Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai, Papa and Daddy's Home Cooking, Kemono Jihen 1:47:16

5M ago1:47:16

1:47:16

Seamus is actually out this week so we take advantage with a Triple Dip he would never agree to do! We look at Dragon Quest: The Adventure of Dai, Papa and Daddy's Home Cooking, and Kemono Jihen! We also talk about Zom 100, Wind Breaker, and more! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our websi…

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Ep. 35 - Dogsred vol. 1, by Satoru Noda 1:06:14

5M ago1:06:14

1:06:14

With all the classic sports manga series that have come and gone over the years, it's a wonder that it's taken this long for a really great hockey series to hit the ice. And since Mangaroos is one-third Canadian, we're legally obligated to talk about it! We're giving Dogsred, by Satoru Noda, a five minute major penalty... for stealing our hearts! T…

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493 - Manben Machinations 1 - Wataru Watanabe 1:37:24

5M ago1:37:24

1:37:24

It's time to examine Naoki Urasawa's Manben! We'll be diving into the episode on Wataru Watanabe and discussing his signature series, Yowamushi Pedal! We also talk about Anime Boston, Rascal Does Not Dream, Ore Yori Yowai Yatsu ni Ai ni Iku, and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our…

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492 - One Shot 72 - Onward Towards Our Noble Deaths 1:54:55

5M ago1:54:55

1:54:55

This week we talk about X-Men '97, The End of Evangelion, The Three-Body Problem, Fujou wo Nuguu Hito, and more! Then we discuss how war is bad with a One Shot on Shigeru Mizuki's Onward Towards Our Noble Deaths!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website! https://mangamachinations.com…

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491 - Twiple Dip 9 - Fool Night 2, Chainsaw Man 16, Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou 4 2:02:35

5M ago2:02:35

2:02:35

On this episode we talk about Final Fantasy games, manga about dying, and manga artists saving a historical building from destruction! Then we check out the next volumes of Fool Night, Chainsaw Man, and Yokohama Kaidashi Kikou for a Twiple Dip! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website!…

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Ep. 34 - Kingdom vol. 1, by Yasuhisa Hara 1:19:35

5M ago1:19:35

1:19:35

FIRST: We had to pay tribute to the late Akira Toriyama. The world lost a true legend earlier this month. SECOND: Yasuhisa Hara's epic historical action series has been appearing in Weekly Young Jump since 2006, and it's a global sensation. Everyone you know either reads ONE PIECE, or Kingdom, or both. Even Japan's Princess, Akiko of Mikasa, is a s…

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490 - Movie Machinations 1 - Tampopo 1:22:54

6M ago1:22:54

1:22:54

Apologies in advance, as we suffered through lots of technical issues this week! But we're excited for you to join us for our first ever Movie Machinations episode! After discussing the death of Akira Toriyama, we review Juzo Itami's "Ramen Western", Tampopo!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check…

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489 - Triple Dip 80 - Don't Call it Mystery, Fool Night, Steel of the Celestial Shadows 2:12:43

6M ago2:12:43

2:12:43

Morgana is back but Seamus is out! We check out Don't Call it Mystery, Fool Night, and Steel of the Celestial Shadows for a Triple Dip! We also talk about the Comicspro conference, Anime Trivia Challenge: Black Ramen, Blue Giant Momentum, and more!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our we…

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Ep. 33 - Daemons of the Shadow Realm vol. 1, by Hiromu Arakawa 1:04:03

5M ago1:04:03

1:04:03

For fans of manga, Hiromu Arakawa needs no introduction. She's responsible for the mega-ultra-successful and popular Full Metal Alchemist, as well as the acclaimed Silver Spoon, among other works. Now, here comes Arakawa Sensei's latest series, Daemons of the Shadow Realm, to delight and bewilder us in equal measure. The first volume is a bit of a …

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488 - Left to Right 3 - Do a Powerbomb!, Godzilla: The Half-Century War 1:51:52

6M ago1:51:52

1:51:52

Our friend Wyatt joins us to fill in for Morgana this week! We talk about The Ghost in the Shell: The Human Algorithm, Mobile Suit Gundam Thunderbolt, Naniwa Tomoare, and more! Then we discuss Do a Powerbomb! and Godzilla: The Half-Century War for another non-manga Left to Right!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @…

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487 - One Shot 71 - Not All Girls Are Stupid 1:28:15

6M ago1:28:15

1:28:15

On this episode we talk about Verona cookies, Stray Cat & Wolf, and Avatar: The Last Airbender! Then we examine Minami Q-ta's Not All Girls Are Stupid to discuss 90's josei manga and the definition of a dry lover!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website! https://mangamachinations.co…

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486 - Saikyo Selections 16 - Berserk 1:40:25

7M ago1:40:25

1:40:25

This week we talk about the Solar New Year and the international popularity of Kagurabachi! Then, we look at the Birth Ceremony chapter in the Conviction arc of Berserk! We discuss Kentaro Miura's legacy for a special Saikyo Selections!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Check out our website! https…

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Ep. 32 - The Promised Neverland vol. 1, by Kaiu Shirai and Posuka Demizu 1:07:03

6M ago1:07:03

1:07:03

The Promised Neverland, by Kaiu Shirai and Posuka Demizu, begins with a simple question: What if an orphanage was also a factory farm that produced food for demonic otherworldly entities? As high concepts for shonen manga series go, that's about as compelling as they come. No wonder this series became a multimedia phenomenon in the waning days of t…

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485 - Left to Right 2 - Punisher: Born, Punisher: The End, Punisher: The Tyger 1:53:13

7M ago1:53:13

1:53:13

On this episode we talk about pro-wrestling in Real vol. 13, cannibals in Astro Baby, and the suicide of Hinako Ashihara. Then, Seamus leads us in a discussion on Garth Ennis' run on The Punisher with Punisher: Born, Punisher: The End, and Punisher: The Tyger!!! Send us emails! mangamachinations@gmail.com Follow us on Twitter! @mangamacpodcast Chec…

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Ep. 31 - EVOL vol. 1, by Atsushi Kaneko 1:05:24

7M ago1:05:24

1:05:24

Atsushi Kaneko is an underground manga hero for a reason, revered around the world, and especially in Europe. EVOL is his wild, punk rock take on anti-super heroes and the decaying of our social fabric. In it, we find teens in mental institutions who are fed up with the hopeless world around them, heroes who uphold corrupt political agendas instead…

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