Best Ayu Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 192 - Winx Club Season 4 with Lapis 1:56:04

36m ago1:56:04

1:56:04

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical crayon lovinglapislazuli about the fourth season of Winx Club (2009). You can find her on Twitter and ⁠⁠⁠Tumblr⁠⁠⁠. News (1:00) Ask Bryan Golden your questions about Vampire Magicka! Send Ayu some money to support the podcast, please? The Secret of the Silent Witch A new silhouette for Doki Dok…

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Episode 191 - Bewitched Season 2 with Jack Harrison-Quintana 1:47:09

14d ago1:47:09

1:47:09

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical historian Jack Harrison-Quintana about the second season of Bewitched (1966). You can find him on ⁠⁠Tumblr⁠⁠. News (1:00) Shining Cardsprites (星卡梦少女) Season 2 begins August 12th. Season 3 announced for 2025 (Watch the first episode in English here) Magi-gawa! Magical Girl Costume (マジガワ！～魔法少女のきぐ…

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Episode 190 - Dream Circe Magica with Alyssumily 57:11

28d ago57:11

57:11

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical creator Alyssa aka Alyssumily about her webcomic Dream Circe Magica. You can also read it on Tapas or Webtoon. Support her on Ko-Fi! Find her other links here. News (1:00) Doki Doki PreCure novel reveals silhouettes of new characters Anime Expo 2024 news: New Panty & Stocking with Garterbelt vi…

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BONUS - MahoAku Watch-a-long 21:38

1M ago21:38

21:38

In this bonus episode, Ayu watches the newest magical girl series, The Magical Girl And Evil Lieutenant Used To Be Archenemies. She compares it to the source material and also answers: how old is this girl? Watch it along with her on CrunchyRoll! Original podcast music by Hazel, @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠afewbruises⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Keep up to date with the Magical…

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Episode 189 - Doki Doki PreCure with CureSplash 1:56:39

1M ago1:56:39

1:56:39

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical enthusiast Paige about Dokidoki PreCure, the 10th season of Pretty Cure (2013). You can find them on ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ and Tumblr⁠. News (1:00) Once Upon A Witch's Death announces animated adaptation Studio Pierrot revives their magical girl series with announcement of an upcoming addition Go Princ…

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Episode 188 - Cardcaptor Sakura Clow Card Arc with doreimani 2:02:58

2M ago2:02:58

2:02:58

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical YouTuber Imani about the first arc of Cardcaptor Sakura (1998-99). You can find her on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠, Instagram, TikTok, and ⁠YouTube. News (1:00) Don't forget to check out the latest news bulletin from last week if you missed it. holoWitches Voice Drama CD announced Magical Girl Thirties (Mahou …

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June Magical Girl News Bulletin 17:18

2M ago17:18

17:18

Episode 188 is delayed for a week, but there was simply so much news this month that Ayu could not wait to report it. See you next week! THE NEWS: Sailor Moon Cosmos and Mermaid Magic coming to Netflix August 22nd K-Pop Demon Hunters coming to Netflix in 2025 Netflix series Fate The Winx Saga gets graphic novel sequel (check out the Winx Forever po…

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Episode 187 - The Demon Girl Next Door S2 with Cami 1:55:40

2M ago1:55:40

1:55:40

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical librarian Cami about the second season of The Demon Girl Next Door or Machikado Mazoku 2-Chome (2022). You can find her on ⁠Twitter⁠ and ⁠BlueSky. News (1:00) Magilumiere Vol. 12 and Magical Girl Tsubame Vol.2 out June 4th holoWitches music video "First Magic -charm-" Nica Canica Spanish childr…

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Episode 186 - Winx Club Season 3 with _ikoNick 1:58:06

3M ago1:58:06

1:58:06

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical professor Nicholas about the third season of Winx Club (2007). You can find him on Twitter and Instagram. News (1:00) Magi Knights Corebook now available! Crayon Shin-chan and Wonderful Precure crossover event last weekend MahoAku (July 9 2024) releases third PV Doki Doki PreCure novel coming J…

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#16 Mt Fuji Lawson!? The rules are getting strict for tourists in Japan.. 富士山ローソン知ってる？ 31:27

3M ago31:27

31:27

https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/ email→ nihongo_daisuki@ayujapaneseclass.jpBy Ayu

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BONUS - Himitsu no AiPri 1 Watchalong 32:09

3M ago32:09

32:09

On this bonus episode, Ayu watches the first episode of Himitsu no AiPri! It's a poppin' good time! Original podcast music by Hazel, @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠afewbruises⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to share your idea for a topic or guest? Submit your idea here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Extra special hugs to anyone who buys something off the magical wishlist!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord!⁠⁠…

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Episode 185 - Princess Gwenevere and the Jewel Riders (2024) 1:09:33

3M ago1:09:33

1:09:33

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical editor Lauren Hitzhusen about the comic reboot of Princess Gwenevere and the Jewel Riders. You can find her on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Blue Sky. Pre-order it before the end of the month! Check out the Jewel Riders Archive interview with the reboot team. Also, if you have some spare cash, consi…

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#15 今日のフレーズ！「右も左もわからない」Learn this phrase with Mike today! 10:15

3M ago10:15

10:15

Today, we're teaching a Japanese phrase with Mike! https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/ Email→ nihongo_daisuki@ayujapaneseclass.jp Give me some ideas about what you want me to talk about for my Podcast and If you have any questions ask me away! (I'll only answer them in my Podcast).By Ayu

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Episode 184 - Bewitched Season One with NAAN 2:16:36

4M ago2:16:36

2:16:36

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical creator NAAN about the first season of Bewitched (1964). You can find her on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ among other places.⁠ News (1:00) New comics: New Authentic Magical Girl Risuka 7, The Great Kaiju Ganilla VS Magical Girl Lyrical Akari New game Magical Girl Paranoids coming in 2025 ⁠AiPri gets an Italian …

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#14 Talking about cars and speed in Japan!! マイクが日本で車を買ったよ！ 21:31

4M ago21:31

21:31

Today, I'm talking with Mike in mostly Japanese! I speak Japanese, so if you want to see all the transcripts and translations, go to the website and sign up for the academy course. https://bit.ly/podcastwithayu-academy https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/ Email→ nihongo_daisuki@ayujapaneseclass.jp Give me some ideas about what you want me t…

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#13 We're pregnant!! 妊娠しました！ 26:53

4M ago26:53

26:53

I'm speaking in Japanese so if you want to see all the transcript and translation, go to the website and sign up for the academy course. https://bit.ly/podcastwithayu-academy https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/ email→ nihongo_daisuki@ayujapaneseclass.jpBy Ayu

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Episode 183 - Hime-chan's Ribbon Part 2 with Sasha 1:36:48

4M ago1:36:48

1:36:48

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical translator Sasha about the second half of Hime-chan's Ribbon (1992). You can find her on ⁠Twitter⁠ or BlueSky. News (1:00) New comics: Magilumiere #11, “You’re Banished!” The Banished One Was Not Me But the Silent Magical Girl #1, Magical Girl Regina Lena #1, Magical Girl 201 #1, Magical Maiden…

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Episode 64 - Moonlight Apparition with DarkHalo 42:45

4M ago42:45

42:45

This week, we talk with magical creator Janaka Davis aka DarkHalo4321 about her comic Moonlight Apparition. Follow her on Twitter, deviantART, Facebook, Instagram or Tumblr. You can also support her on Patreon and Ko-fi. Additional Links: Danny Phantom fan video Series mentioned: Sailor Moon Cardcaptor Sakura PreCure Tokyo Mew Mew Shugo Chara Danny…

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#12 Reading a short story!! (Listening Practice) "ジョンさんの夏休み" 21:33

5M ago21:33

21:33

Go to the website and sign up for the academy course too see the book I'm reading. https://bit.ly/podcastwithayu-academy https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/ email→ nihongo_daisuki@ayujapaneseclass.jpBy Ayu

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Episode 182 - Mahou Shoujo? Naria Girls with MahouEcho 1:20:38

5M ago1:20:38

1:20:38

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical enthusiast Echo about Magical Girl? Naria Girls (Mahou Shoujo? Naria Girls) from 2016. You can find her on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter. News (1:00) SC is asking for questions for the staff of the Jewel Riders comic reboot! (⁠Twitter⁠) (⁠IG⁠) SHY season two: July 2024! Wonderful PreCure The Movie: September 13…

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#11 Talking about friendship 大人になって友達作るの難しくない？ 17:09

5M ago17:09

17:09

I'm speaking in Japanese so if you want to see all the transcript and translation, go to the website and sign up for the academy course. https://bit.ly/podcastwithayu-academy https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/ email→ nihongo_daisuki@ayujapaneseclass.jpBy Ayu

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Episode 181 - Pretty Sammy with StoneUmbrella 1:41:52

5M ago1:41:52

1:41:52

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical artist Nicole about Magical Girl Pretty Sammy aka Magical Project S (1997) as well as the OVA that preceeded it. You can find her on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠. News (1:00) SC is asking for questions for the staff of the Jewel Riders comic reboot! (Twitter) (IG) Wheels & Roses and 24/7 M…

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#10 Talking about Japanese work culture! 日本のワークカルチャーについて！ 29:28

5M ago29:28

29:28

I'm speaking in Japanese so if you want to see all the transcript and translation, go to the website and sign up for the academy course. https://bit.ly/podcastwithayu-academy https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/ email→ nihongo_daisuki@ayujapaneseclass.jpBy Ayu

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#9 How to overcome feeling overwhelmed by studying Japanese!? 21:56

6M ago21:56

21:56

I'm speaking in Japanese so if you want to see all the transcript and translation, go to the website and sign up for the academy course. https://bit.ly/podcastwithayu-academy https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/ email→ nihongo_daisuki@ayujapaneseclass.jpBy Ayu

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Episode 180 - Lyrical Rollerskater Magical Melody with BunMira 1:21:09

6M ago1:21:09

1:21:09

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical creator Miracle about her TikTok magical girl series, Magical Melody. You can find her on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Instagram, and watch the series in a playlist on TikTok. News (1:00) Magical Girl Kickstarters: ⁠⁠Wheels & Roses⁠ and ⁠24/7 Magical Maiden Mimi⁠ (both have gotten funded but could use…

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#8 Talking about mental health issue in Japan 38:33

6M ago38:33

38:33

I'm speaking in Japanese so if you want to see all the transcript and translation, go to the website and sign up for the academy course. https://bit.ly/podcastwithayu-academy https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/ email→ nihongo_daisuki@ayujapaneseclass.jpBy Ayu

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Episode 179 - Yuki Yuna Is A Hero with OhMiaGod 1:18:46

6M ago1:18:46

1:18:46

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical writer Mia about the first season of Yuki Yuna Is A Hero (2014). You can find her on ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠. News (1:00) Magical Girl Kickstarters: ⁠Wheels & Roses and 24/7 Magical Maiden Mimi (ignore what Ayu called it lol) What I'm watching: (3:22) Magical Girl Aiko Gushing Over Magica…

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#7 Is that a big problem!? What's "Period-Harassment(Maru-Hara)"? 27:50

6M ago27:50

27:50

I'm speaking in Japanese so if you want to see all the transcript and translation, go to the website and sign up for the academy course. https://bit.ly/podcastwithayu-academy https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/ email→ nihongo_daisuki@ayujapaneseclass.jpBy Ayu

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BONUS - Wonderful PreCure 1 Watchalong 32:11

6M ago32:11

32:11

On this bonus episode, Ayu watches the first episode of Wonderful PreCure! Cry along with her! Original podcast music by Hazel, @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠afewbruises⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to share your idea for a topic or guest? Submit your idea here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Extra special hugs to anyone who buys something off the magical wishlist!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our Discord!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Com…

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Episode 178 - Sugar Sugar Rune Part One with dolicehearts 1:55:06

7M ago1:55:06

1:55:06

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical artist Willow about the first half of Sugar Sugar Rune (2005). You can find her on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ and Instagram. News (1:00) HELLO OSAKA announces virtual mystery show, Witches' Mystery, coming in March Magic Chaos bullet hell game announced The Pretty Series announces their newest title: Himitsu …

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#6 The relationship between a wife and a mother in raw in Japan/日本の嫁と義母問題！！ 31:15

7M ago31:15

31:15

I'm speaking in Japanese so if you want to see all the transcript and translation, go to the website and sign up for the academy course. https://bit.ly/podcastwithayu-academy https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/ email→ nihongo_daisuki@ayujapaneseclass.jpBy Ayu

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Episode 177 - My Little Pony Friendship is Magic Season One with CatlingGun 2:05:09

7M ago2:05:09

2:05:09

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical game designer Cat about the first season of MLPFiM (2010). You can find them on ⁠Twitter⁠, ⁠BlueSky and ⁠their website⁠. As for what else… Season Eight of Sparkleside Chats will be biweekly! News (1:45) Love and Berry anniversary comic published in Ciao magazine Wonderful PreCure begins Februar…

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BONUS - 2023 Magical Girl News Roundup 12:57

7M ago12:57

12:57

On this episode, Ayu goes into the news we missed between seasons seven and eight of the podcast: MahoAku: The Magical Girl and the Evil Lieutenant Used to Be Archenemies adaptation announced Ruru Episodes of Memories #01 (Artiswitch) Magical Girl Pure Angel Magilumiere adaptation announced (Fall-ish 2024) Wonderful PreCure announced (more news com…

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Episode 176 - Winx Club Season 2 with @ManiiMade 1:54:27

8M ago1:54:27

1:54:27

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical artist Imani about the second season of Winx Club (2005). You can find her on Twitter, Instagram and Tumblr. News (1:00) Gushing Over Magical Girls (Mahou Shoujo Ni Akogarete) begins Jan 3rd Wonderful PreCure website launch on Jan 7th Look forward to a full bonus episode breaking down all the n…

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#5 今年の漢字！！Talking about the kanji for 2023!! 14:04

8M ago14:04

14:04

Did you know that we decide a kanji for the year in Japan? Listen to this to learn how we decide the kanji and what it is for 2023 and now decide your own kanji for 2023 and let me know!! I'm speaking in Japanese so if you want to see all the transcript and translation, go to the website and sign up for the academy course. https://bit.ly/podcastwit…

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#4 Japanese Cultural Shocks!! Dating Culture... 15:17

8M ago15:17

15:17

I'm speaking in Japanese so if you want to see all the transcript and translation, go to the website and sign up for the academy course. https://bit.ly/podcastwithayu-academy https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/By Ayu

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#3 I'm getting married!!!! 結婚することになりました！ 25:23

9M ago25:23

25:23

I have a big new today!!! Relating to the topic, I'm talking about wedding ceremony and marriage in Japan. I'm speaking in Japanese so if you want to see all the transcript and translation, go to the website and sign up for the academy course. https://bit.ly/podcastwithayu-academy https://www.instagram.com/ayu.japanese_life/…

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Episode 175 - Magical Girl Sommelier! 43:35

9M ago43:35

43:35

Finally, Ayu has returned for one final main feed episode, where she answers your burning questions about the genre. Thank you to everyone who submitted, and we'll see you in Season 8! (Listen to find out when that's coming!) Original podcast music by Hazel, @⁠⁠afewbruises⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Want to share your idea for a topic or guest? Submit your idea here!⁠⁠ ⁠…

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Episode 174 - Pastel Yumi with Jack Harrison-Quintana 1:48:36

9M ago1:48:36

1:48:36

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical historian Jack Harrison-Quintana about Pastel Yumi, the Magic Idol (1986). You can find him on ⁠Tumblr⁠. News (1:00) ⁠Form for Episode 175!⁠ ⁠Magical Warrior Diamond Heart is now on Steam!⁠ PreCure All Stars F come to Hong Kong in December! Magical Girl Risuka Vol 6 comes out Nov 9th Catch! Tee…

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Episode 173 - H2O Just Add Water Season One with Matt Bruneau-Richardson 2:20:13

10M ago2:20:13

2:20:13

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical animator Matt Bruneau-Richardson about H2O Just Add Water (2006). You can find his work, ⁠Sirenetta, at his website⁠. News: (1:00) Gushing Over Magical Girls begins January 2024 Princess Gwenevere and the Jewel Riders Madoka Magica Walpurgisnacht Rising Trailer 1.1 updated What I've watched: (3…

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Jessica Wilkins - Using Open Source to Create Connections 48:57

10M ago48:57

48:57

Join hosts Bekah and Dan as they engage in a captivating conversation with Jessica Wilkins, a prominent figure from freeCodeCamp. In this episode, Jessica shares her invaluable insights on nurturing and developing relationships within the open source community. Delve into the nuances of effective collaboration with maintainers, understand the signi…

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Episode 172 - Waccha Primagi Part One with RosieGaga 1:46:12

10M ago1:46:12

1:46:12

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical cosplayer RosieGaga about the first half of Waccha PriMagi (2021). You can find her on Twitter, Tiktok and Instagram. Warning for News: (1:00) Send your support to Dancing Star PreCure (this week only) Send magical girl related queries for episode 175! Magical Girl 201 debuts in Ultra Jump (for…

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Episode 171 - Magia Record Season One with ErynCerise 1:31:30

10M ago1:31:30

1:31:30

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical podcaster ErynCerise about the first season of Magia Record: A Puella Magi Madoka Magica Side Story (2020). You can find her on Twitter, BlueSky and YouTube. News: (1:00) Komi Witch Lara Season 2 began October 14th Magical Girl Raising Project: Red releases November 27th Discotek Media announce…

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Open Source Licenses with Matt McInnis, Tom Cudd, and Ray Deck 49:18

10M ago49:18

49:18

Join hosts Bekah and Dan with guests Matt McInnis, Ray Deck, and Tom Cudd, as they chat about the complicated topic of open source software (OSS) licenses. They share insights into how to choose the appropriate license, how to understand licenses on other projects, and general guidelines for maintainers and contributors. Links: ChooseALicense.com b…

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Episode 170 - Pony Magic Fairy Girls with Eyre 1:31:56

10M ago1:31:56

1:31:56

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical creator Tara aka Eyre about her webcomic Pony Magic Fairy Girls, part of the Aradia Collective. You can find her on her website. Warning for childhood trauma and suicidal ideation. Main Topic (6:10) Series mentioned: Rainbow Magic My Little Pony Princess Knight Madoka Magica Sailor Moon Vindica…

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Episode 169 - Miraculous Season 2 with Charlie Neal 1:29:36

11M ago1:29:36

1:29:36

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical podcaster Charlie about Miraculous Ladybug Season 2 (2016). You can find cer on Twitter and Tumblr. News: (1:00) Shugo Chara sequel comic slated to begin Summer 2024 (Mention of Peach-Pit's Nichirei Foods collaboration, Magical Girl Karat and the Disappearing Fried Chicken) Magical Girl Tsubame…

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BONUS - PreCure All Stars F 1:03:21

11M ago1:03:21

1:03:21

In this bonus episode, Ayu answers your questions and gets deep into PreCure All Stars F, which debuted in Japanese theaters on September 15th! Non-spoiler questions Plot synopsis (17:13) Further questions (52:25) Original podcast music by Hazel, @⁠afewbruises⁠ ⁠Want to share your idea for a topic or guest? Submit your idea here!⁠ ⁠Extra special hu…

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OSS Book Review: Nadia Eghbal's Working in Public - The Making and Maintenance of Open Source Software 44:48

11M ago44:48

44:48

Join hosts Bekah and Dan in this episode with Nadia Eghbal's "Working in Public" enthusiasts Jessica Wilkins and Brian Meeker. We discuss the nuances of open source collaboration highlighted in the book, the challenges and rewards of being both a contributor and a maintainer, and the profound impact of individual contributions in the open source co…

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Episode 168 - Powerpuff Girls Z Part 1 with MarineDynamite 1:19:49

11M ago1:19:49

1:19:49

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical enthusiast Bia about the first half of Powerpuff Girls Z (2006). You can find her on Twitter, Tumblr, DeviantART, Threads, TikTok, AO3, and Instagram. Warning for animal cruelty, sexualization of minors, and racial and homophobic caricatures. News: (1:00) Ladybug film now available on YouTube! …

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Episode 167 - Magical Girl Site with Nakimushi Art 1:33:13

11M ago1:33:13

1:33:13

This week on Sparkleside Chats, Ayu talks with magical mangaka Yase about Magical Girl Site (2017). You can find them on Twitter and Instagram. News: (1:00) Sweet and Sour Catch! Teenieping debuts September 22nd in South Korea Miraculous Paris: Tales of Shadybug and Claw Noir comes to Disney Channel France on October 21st Burn the Witch Episode 0.8…

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