Best Josei Podcasts (2024)

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When Life Sinks, Cast a Line: Negative Positive Angler Original Fishing Anime Announced 3:22

7h ago3:22

3:22

Drowning in Debt, Saved by the Sea. The story follows Tsunehiro Sasaki, a depressed college student burdened with debt and being told that he only has two years left to live. After falling into the sea while on the run from debt collectors, Tsunehiro is rescued by Hana who loves fishing and Takaki and soon becomes hooked on fishing himself. If you …

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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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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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Episode 285: Kuma Kuma Kuma Bear Volume 1 11:11

2h ago11:11

11:11

By Sesho

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Episode 284: Steel of the Celestial Shadows Volume 1 14:11

2h ago14:11

14:11

By Sesho

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Episode 283: Real Account Volume 1 15:30

2h ago15:30

15:30

By Sesho

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Episode 282: Ragnarok Volume 1 12:09

2h ago12:09

12:09

Review of Ragnarok Volume 1By Sesho

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Dahlia in Bloom & the North Korean Controversy 3:51

4h ago3:51

3:51

Dahlia in Bloom & the North Korean Controversy If you Liked what you Hear, and you have the means, Please consider making a Donation : https://ko-fi.com/mdkxnews Youtube Video on the same : https://youtu.be/4yZRr9olKeA Check out My Whatsapp Channel for DAILY ANIME NEWS : https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va66V116BIEcEJWoGH2L Hosted on Acast. See aca…

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

1h 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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The Milking Continues, Quintessential Quintuplets New Honeymoon Anime Announced 2:42

18d ago2:42

2:42

Here we go Again... If you Liked what you Hear, and you have the means, Please consider making a Donation : https://ko-fi.com/mdkxnews Youtube Video on the same : https://youtu.be/V8NE5m9G9x4 Check out My Whatsapp Channel for DAILY ANIME NEWS : https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va66V116BIEcEJWoGH2L Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf…

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

19d 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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The Cock is Coming, Rooster Fighter Action Anime Announced 4:14

13d ago4:14

4:14

The Defender of Humanity! The story follows a world wherein Giant demonic monsters wreak havoc and level Japanese cities. One part Kaiju, one part demon, and like, all atrocity, one brave rooster stands his ground. Yes. A rooster stands his ground while every human runs away. Our rooster, Keiji helps the innocent while the giant demons try to harm …

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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

16d 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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The 90’s, Hell Teacher Nube New Anime Project Announced 3:59

21d ago3:59

3:59

Fear not the dark, Nube is Here. The story follows Nube, a clumsy, easygoing, and very kind teacher with a secret under his glove on the left hand, a monster hand that has the ability to sense ghosts and evil spirits. Using his hand, he saves his students who are possessed by demons and evil spirits. If you Liked what you Hear, and you have the mea…

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

26d 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

30d 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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Where the Oni are the Hunted, Tougen Anki Action Anime Announced 3:16

1M ago3:16

3:16

A Revenge fueled Plot. When Shiki's father is killed, he discovers he has demon ancestry and enters a secret war going on between demons and heroes. When Shiki's father is killed, he discovers he has demon ancestry and enters a secret war going on between demons and heroes. If you Liked what you Hear, and you have the means, Please consider making …

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The Beauty of Everyday Life, Emotional Josei Journal With Witch Anime Announced 5:01

1M ago5:01

5:01

A Story of Growth and Acceptance. The story of Ikoku Nikki follows Makio Koudai, a 35 year old novelist who is shy and socially awkward and who lives a solitary life. Makio's life begins to change when her older sister and her brother-in-law are killed in a traffic accident, prompting Makio to take in Asa Takumi, her 15 year old niece. If you Liked…

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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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Love can Change a Man, Sakamoto Days Anime Announced 3:44

2M ago3:44

3:44

Meet the World's Deadliest Convenience Store Owner ! If you Liked what you Hear, and you have the means, Please consider making a Donation : https://ko-fi.com/mdkxnews Youtube Video on the same : https://youtu.be/4xhxBRLDNKw Check out My Whatsapp Channel for DAILY ANIME NEWS : https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va66V116BIEcEJWoGH2L Hosted on Acast. S…

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Evangelion's Legacy: Gainax's Bankruptcy Marks the End of an Era 6:19

2M ago6:19

6:19

End of an Era. If you Liked what you Hear, and you have the means, Please consider making a Donation : https://ko-fi.com/mdkxnews Youtube Video on the same : https://youtu.be/6PANkW2ysRI Check out My Whatsapp Channel for DAILY ANIME NEWS : https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va66V116BIEcEJWoGH2L Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat…

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Hot Gimmick Pt. 1 Discussion (with Naja B. of Blerdy Otome) 1:52:26

1M ago1:52:26

1:52:26

This episode discusses the first half (volumes 1-6) of Hot Gimmick by Miki Aihara It's here. It's finally here. Shojo & Tell host Ashley has been trying to make this episode happen for at least two years. And now, here we are. We're talking about the first half of Hot Gimmick, aka, Hot Trash, aka Hot Mess. Seriously: Content warning for basically e…

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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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Kakegurui: Netflix's Next BIG Anime Live-Action 4:10

2M ago4:10

4:10

Another Success or Another Disaster ? If you Liked what you Hear, and you have the means, Please consider making a Donation : https://ko-fi.com/mdkxnews Youtube Video on the same : https://youtu.be/uPO_QmLRyJs Check out My Whatsapp Channel for DAILY ANIME NEWS : https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va66V116BIEcEJWoGH2L Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr…

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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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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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Neon Genesis Evangelion: Angelic Days (with Joshua McHugh) 1:29:02

3M ago1:29:02

1:29:02

This episode discusses all of Neon Genesis Evangelion: Angelic Days (volumes 1-6) by Fumino Hayashi. Shinji, get in the robot! Shojo & Tell host Ashley and the guy previously known as Ashley's "Cyborg 009 buddy," Josh McHugh, delve into this version of the beloved series Neon Genesis Evangelion, which is an alternate universe of the video game Neon…

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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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From the Team behind Anohana, Fureru Heartwarming Anime Film Announced 3:05

3M ago3:05

3:05

Three Friends and a Mysterious Creature. Fureru is described as a coming-of-age film set in present-day Tokyo surrounding the Shinjuku area. The movie centers on childhood friends who find a creature with mysterious powers that push them to discover the bonds that tie the three students together. If you Liked what you Hear, and you have the means, …

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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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Sawamura BACK, Ace of Diamond RETURNS With SEQUEL 4:19

3M ago4:19

4:19

YOSH YOSH YOSH YOSH ! If you Liked what you Hear, and you have the means, Please consider making a Donation : https://ko-fi.com/mdkxnews Youtube Video on the same : https://youtu.be/mfTQAphhV8Q Check out My Whatsapp Channel for DAILY ANIME NEWS : https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va66V116BIEcEJWoGH2L Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i…

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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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This Adventurer Just Wants to Retire, Let This Grieving Soul Retire Fantasy Anime Announced 3:19

3M ago3:19

3:19

Let’s become treasure hunters. It’s the golden age for treasure hunters—adventurers hungry for wealth, fame, power, and glory, who risk their lives in treasure vaults throughout the world. Krai and his childhood friends swore to become the greatest of them all, but that dream should have died the day Krai realized he wasn’t cut out for the job! Yet…

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Strongest is Secretly Human, Strongest Magician in the Demon Lord's Army was a Human Anime Announced 3:10

3M ago3:10

3:10

Secrets, sorcery, and the struggle for coexistence. Maou Army’s strongest magician" I'm called. Ike, a demon capable of capturing a fort alone. Clearing away enemies with immense magic, he is without a doubt a monster awed by friend and foe. However he has a secret he can’t tell other demons. "I, actually I'm human you know." Using modern knowledge…

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Where Every Cuddle Could be Your Last, Post-Apocalyptic Night of the Living Cat Anime Announced 3:42

3M ago3:42

3:42

Transforming all humankind into wild, slavering, furry beasts: cats, to be precise The story is set in a world where a virus has spread across the world, transforming all humankind into wild, slavering, furry beasts: cats, to be precise. Those few survivors who remain human take refuge in the dark corners of the earth as they fight back against the…

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

3M 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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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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Japan through the Eyes of an Elf, Welcome to Japan Ms. Elf! Anime Announced 2:51

4M ago2:51

2:51

Elf Gets Reversed Isekai'd. If you Liked what you Hear, and you have the means, Please consider making a Donation : https://ko-fi.com/mdkxnews Youtube Video on the same : https://youtu.be/mAIlAY2VWn8 Check out My Whatsapp Channel for DAILY ANIME NEWS : https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va66V116BIEcEJWoGH2Ls Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

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High Stakes Gambling Mahjong, Tohai Anime Announced 3:37

4M ago3:37

3:37

Psychological Mind Games are Back ! The story follows Kei, also known as “K of Ice,” a high school boy who frequents the underground mahjong parlor teeming with money, women, organs and desires. Kei is a teenager of few words, but his observation skills, unwavering will, and experience in the game allow him to survive in a world full of powerful, r…

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Shadow Monarch Awakens, Solo Leveling SEASON 2 Announced 3:27

4M ago3:27

3:27

Awaken. If you Liked what you Hear, and you have the means, Please consider making a Donation : https://ko-fi.com/mdkxnews Youtube Video on the same : https://youtu.be/sFJ4Qhe5Icc Check out My Whatsapp Channel for DAILY ANIME NEWS : https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va66V116BIEcEJWoGH2Ls Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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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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Miyuki-chan in Wonderland and The One I Love (with Asher Sofman) 52:48

4M ago52:48

52:48

This episode discusses Miyuki-chan in Wonderland and The One I Love by Clamp A short episode to discuss two short Clamp works. Shojo & Tell host Ashley and her husband/journey-through-all-of-Clamp-buddy Asher recognize that hentai Miyuki-chan was perhaps.... just not at all for them. And also isn't meant to be taken seriously anyway. Which is good,…

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