Best Tatsuki Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 58: Tatsuki Fujimoto 2:01:03

3h ago2:01:03

2:01:03

The episode may be late, but Gee and Ray have LOTS to say about the popularly divisive, oft-misunderstood, Tatsuki Fujimoto! From the bleak future of Fire Punch, to the quirky portrait of grief Goodbye Eri, Fujimoto's macabre madness is worth exploring, even for the squeamish in the audience....Follow Ray on her channel ⁠Whimsical Pictures⁠ and ⁠Tw…

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Episode 59: Pet Manga 1:26:05

2h ago1:26:05

1:26:05

Welcome to this special double-episode month, as Gee and Ray round out August chatting about pet manga!! This month we spend time with the furry companions many of us share our lives with - spotlighting the ups and downs of living with pets. Join us, as we laugh and cry as we explore the manga featuring our favourite fluffy friends. Follow Ray on h…

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Podcast update 32:32

21d ago32:32

32:32

we're giving you an update on the podcast and the future of it.

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Episode 57: Shonen Note - Boy Soprano 1:59:19

2M ago1:59:19

1:59:19

This month, join Gee and Ray as they finally get to wax poetic over Yuhki Kamatani's choir series, Shonen Note - Boy Soprano! After Yutaka joins the middle school choir as a soprano, his world opens up to completely new things... but is it all going to come crashing down when he hits puberty? And is the Russian prodigy Popo-chan all that he seems? …

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Ep. 114: Interview with Robin Brenner, Graphic Novel Librarian! 22:34

3M ago22:34

22:34

Did you know that comics, graphic novels, and manga can (usually) be found at your local library? We talk to American Library Association's Graphic Novel and Comics Roundtable President Robin Brenner about her history promoting manga in libraries and how you can save a few bucks and enjoy your tax dollars at work at your local library! Check out th…

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Episode 56: Spice & Wolf 1:09:50

3M ago1:09:50

1:09:50

This month, join Gee and Ray for the second annual Gee's (Light) Novel Corner as we dive deep into one of the very first popular LNs available in English, Spice and Wolf. As travelling merchant Lawrence and the Wise Wolf Holo embark on their long journey together, will this odd couple stand the test of time? Hear our thoughts this episode! Follow R…

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Ep. 113: The Best of Season 4! 1:19:08

3M ago1:19:08

1:19:08

What a season it’s been! Lasting basically the entirety of 2023, we covered a ton of great manga, from the popular anime-fueled hits of the day to the obscure and wonderful titles hiding on shelves across the world. So what were our favs? What are the manga for YOU, the person who doesn’t read much manga? Listen on and find out! Stats on the season…

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Episode 55: Witch Hat Atelier 2:03:47

4M ago2:03:47

2:03:47

This month, join Gee and Ray as they explore the smash-hit, Eisner-winning tale of young witches, Witch Hat Atelier! When Coco accidentally discovers the truth behind magic, she is swept away to a magical new life of witchcraft and wonder, as she searches for a way to correct the horrible mistake she made turning her mother to stone. Come with us a…

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Episode 54: Manga Plaza 1:52:10

5M ago1:52:10

1:52:10

March is the 2 Year Anniversary for manga publishing platform, Manga Plaza! This month Gee and Ray dive into the unexplored oceans of the app, in search for hidden treasures — will we find any? Listen to find out! Follow Ray on her channel ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Whimsical Pictures⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And if you can't get enough of me, Gee,…

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Special Report: Nickelodeon is getting backlashed 43:02

5M ago43:02

43:02

Today we discuses details surrounding the documentary about the nickelodeon child actors, Drake Bell and other controversies surrounding the company.

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Special Report Dragon ball creator has passed away 24:08

6M ago24:08

24:08

we bringing you breaking news that the creator of dragon ball Akira Toriyama has passed away at the age of 68.

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special report: nijisanji contract leak, offkaiexpo drop talents 58:41

6M ago58:41

58:41

(update: we apologies for the wrong recording audio recording, as of now the new audio has been uploaded to the episode) today we cover breaking news of a leaked contract of nijisanji and anycolor as well as a convention dropped their talents from going.

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Ep. 112: AKIRA Volume 5, by Katsuhiro Otomo 1:18:05

6M ago1:18:05

1:18:05

It's the end of the season (almost) and so it's time to read the next volume of AKIRA by Katsuhiro Otomo! Will the title that introduced Chip Zdarsky to manga continue to be his fav? Deb Aoki hosts, and David Brothers and Christopher Woodrow-Butcher join in on this merry tour through the biggest and most intense volume of the series. Read along wit…

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Sinking Yacht? Takeaways from NIJISANJI EN vs. Dokibird incident 1:28:41

6M ago1:28:41

1:28:41

There was only one item for this Randomized Agenda: Rands goes over the timeline of events that resulted in Anycolor and NIJISANJI EN terminating Selen Tatsuki a.k.a Dokibird as well as the aftermath and shares his takeaways from the entire situation. Originally recorded live on February 26, 2024 on ⁠⁠⁠Twitch⁠…

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Ep 136, batman beyond movie shelved, nintendo sued emulator, amazing digital circus and more 51:35

6M ago51:35

51:35

today we cover the news around a batman beyond movie being shelved, Nintendo suing an emulator yuzu, the amazing digital circus getting a second episode and last update of the whole nijisanji drama.

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Episode 53: My Love Mix Up! 1:35:25

6M ago1:35:25

1:35:25

This month, join Gee and Ray as they explore the highs and lows of this comedic romp in love, My Love Mix Up! When teenage boy Aoki gets caught up in a mix-up between his crush and the cool, collected boy who sits in front of him, he decides his feelings are secondary in order to help the one he loves - but maybe a new love is just around the corne…

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First thoughts on NIJISANJI EN terminating Selen Tatsuki 1:24:40

6M ago1:24:40

1:24:40

On this Randomized Agenda, Rands talks about the situation surrounding VTuber group NIJISANJI EN terminating one of its top Livers, Selen Tatsuki, over reportedly multiple rule violations. He broke down the announcement as it went out last February 5 and added some additional thoughts as it went on within that week and it appears there's more to un…

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Ep135. Twomad is dead, dokibird's latest response, Wilde coyote movie canceled. 55:22

7M ago55:22

55:22

today, we giving you the news about the death of youtuber Twomad, DokiBirds released her recent response, and Wilde coyote movie has been canceled and deleted from WB. (note: this was supposed to released yesterday, but riverside didn't give me the files until now)

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Special Report: Nijisanji Leaked Selens Documents 29:18

7M ago29:18

29:18

Today we're giving you breaking news about nijisanji's livers, Vox Akuma, Elira Pendora and Ike Eveland, have leaked documents regarding Dokibirds Private Legal Documents.

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Ep. 111: Heavenly Delusion, by Masakazu Ishiguro 1:02:48

7M ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Season 4 is nearing its conclusion, and it's time for David's last pick: Heavenly Delusion, by Masakazu Ishiguro! This sci-fi (comedy?) manga has a huge fan-following already thanks to its great art and story AND a hit anime series too! But will that be enough to meet the high standards of the VERY choosy Mangasplaining crew? Read along with the sh…

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Ep 134, Dokibird/Selen redoubt, funiation back lash and James bear situation 50:46

7M ago50:46

50:46

today we give you an update of the Dokibird aka selen tatsuki situation. Funimation wont transfer digital copies of their anime after crunchyroll merger and Details of Youtube Animator James bear regarding his sister.

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Special Report: Selen Tatsuki Termination 47:13

7M ago47:13

47:13

today we cover the news regarding former Nijisanji Talent Selen Tatsuki and her response. as well as the on going purge surrounding Nijisanji and Anycolor corp.

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Cooler Vibes, March Updates, Courtroom Showdown 1:13:55

7M ago1:13:55

1:13:55

For this Randomized Agenda, Rands talks about the recent cooler weather in the Philippines and its effects, his milestones after 30 days of VTubing, updates for March, and the unfortunate situation surrounding Mafumafu and Mikeneko as they go to court for slander after their divorce. Originally recorded live on January 28, 2024 on ⁠Twitch⁠⁠ TIMESTA…

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Episode 52: Usamaru Furuya 2:52:02

7M ago2:52:02

2:52:02

Start the new year with Gee and Ray as they dive into the twistedly bittersweet works of cult favourite, Usamaru Furuya! From the theatrical madness of Lychee Light Club, to the quirky teen drama Genkaku Picasso, Furuya has carved his unique space in the English-speaking market with only a handful of works! Hear our thoughts on each unique piece in…

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Special Report: Kyoto Animation Arsonist Sentenced to death 17:14

7M ago17:14

17:14

Today we cover the news around the Attacker who caused the 2019 kyoto animation fire. Also we give short announcement of this podcast moving forward

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BONUS Episode 51.5: 2023 Top HATED Manga Debuts 1:08:42

7M ago1:08:42

1:08:42

Ray and Gee return in this very special spotlight bonus episode to talk about their top HATED series for the year! Two surprising series have turned our hosts into haters in this relaxed bonus episode - so strap in and enjoy! Follow Ray on her channel ⁠⁠Whimsical Pictures⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ And if you can't get enough of me, Gee, be sure to follow m…

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Rands touches grass: Anime Impulse, Travel Tidbits, and Vocal Synth Vibes LIVE from a Hotel Room 51:54

7M ago51:54

51:54

For this Randomized Agenda, Rands shares reports from Anime Impulse LA 2024, talks more about travel plans this year, and some vocal synth fandom tangent - all this from a hotel room! Originally recorded live on January 15, 2024 on Twitch⁠ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 04:50 AILA 2024 (NijiEN and Holo appearances) 21:12 Rands touched grass! 33:24 T…

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Ep. 110: The Yakuza's Bias, by Teki Yatsuda 1:11:57

8M ago1:11:57

1:11:57

See what happens when a stoic yakuza gets sucked into the world of K-Pop in The Yakuza’s Bias, a hilarious culture clash between the manly men of the mob and glamly men of Korean boy bands. BUT WILL CHIP LIKE IT TOO? Find out this episode! Read along with the extensive show-notes at mangasplaining.com, and subscribe to our newsletter and manga publ…

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Ep. 109: River's Edge by Kyoko Okazaki 1:12:03

8M ago1:12:03

1:12:03

Happy New Year! Hope you had time to catch up on the podcast while we were away. :) - For the first episode of 2024 we're starting off with a complex work, Kyoko Okazaki's River's Edge. In this mature-rated episode, we dig into the startling secret lives of teens in the 1990s, through the unique lens of the incredible josei manga creator Kyoko Okaz…

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The Chaotic Computer & Canva Chronicles: PC struggles, VTuber Tea, New Year Plans and Goals 1:31:13

8M ago1:31:13

1:31:13

On this first Randomized Agenda of 2024, Rands recounts his eventful first week of 2024, which began with his PC dying and the subsequent repair and replacement saga. Along with that, Rands also talks about the tea that started this year within the PH VTubing community, the recent earthquake in Japan, and the graduation of Pomu Rainpuff from NIJISA…

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The 2023 Year-End Episode 2:23:30

8M ago2:23:30

2:23:30

The first and last agenda of 2023! Rands shares his personal experiences of various anime, cosplay, and gaming events he attended throughout the year and other notable personal events. We are so back!! Recorded live on Twitch TIMESTAMPS 00:00:00 Introduction 00:10:07 Looking back on 2023 intro 00:12:51 Cosplay Carnival 00:21:16 PokeCon PH 00:26:57 …

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Episode 51: 2023 Top 5 Manga Debuts 3:09:58

8M ago3:09:58

3:09:58

Once again this December, Ray and Gee spotlight their favourite new series for the year! From cozy domestic slice-of-life to gut-twisting suspense and a whole breadth of honourable mentions, come listen to our picks for the year!! Follow Ray on her channel ⁠Whimsical Pictures⁠ and ⁠Twitter⁠ And if you can't get enough of me, Gee, be sure to follow …

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Channel Update!! studio Ghibili coming soon 11:24

9M ago11:24

11:24

Just a quick update from the channel about its future plans.

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Episode 50: Rose of Versailles 1:34:47

9M ago1:34:47

1:34:47

This month, join Gee and Ray as they explore the drama and flair of the most iconic of all series (and heroines!), Rose of Versailles! It's a story of tragedy and betrayal, ensconced in the glamour of 70s shojo - come with us as the prelude to the French Revolution is explored through the eyes of Lady Oscar François de Jarjayes, Commander of the Ro…

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Ep. 108: Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?!, by Yuu Toyota 1:19:43

10M ago1:19:43

1:19:43

In this episode, Deb bring back the BL and we end up with possibly the best title for a manga we've covered on this podcast: Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard!? Despite reservations, a very fun time is had on this week's episode. Plus: The Return of the reader Q&A! Listen and read our show notes at Mangasplaining.com, an…

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Ep. 107: Nejishiki, by Yoshiharu Tsuge 1:20:16

10M ago1:20:16

1:20:16

Diving into the world of Gekiga this week with the recently released Nejishiki by Yoshiharu Tsuge! Featuring one of the most well-known and important works of Tsuge, ‘Screw Style’, this massive reprint series has been long-awaited by art comix & manga fans and collectors. But how will the Mangasplainers react to a work considerably off their beaten…

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Episode 49: Vampire Manga 2:07:01

10M ago2:07:01

2:07:01

Welcome to another Spooky Season with Gee and Ray!! This month we spend time with the creatures of the night -- the royalty of Halloween itself, Vampires! Whether it's psychological horror with a twist, fantasy-filled romance, or the most mundane of everyday life for a (supernatural) creature, vampires dominate the manga scene. Join us, as we bite …

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Ep. 106: Eniale & Dewiela, by Kamome Shirahama 1:04:24

11M ago1:04:24

1:04:24

The Mangasplainers return to one of their fav artists, Kamome Shirahama of Witch Hat Atelier to take a look at her earlier and steamier work, the angel and devil roommate comedy Eniale & Dewiela. Will the angels and devils in this manga provide a chaste reading experiences? Or are the sultry demons going to get them all hot and bothered? The answer…

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Ep. 105: Goodbye, Eri, by Tatsuki Fujimoto 1:01:09

11M ago1:01:09

1:01:09

This week, the Mangasplainers go back for a TRIPLE Chip-Dip into the oeuvre of one Mr. Tatsuki Fujimoto, creator of Chainsaw Man and Look Back. Have we pushed Chip too far this episode, making him read a third title by the same person? Does liking those first two titles automatically mean that he'll like the "rug-pull" of the third? Are Canadians 6…

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Ep 133 MAPPA Studios situation, WGA contract details and more!!! 56:47

11M ago56:47

56:47

Today we discussed about The situation going around MAPPA studios, we got more details on the WGA contract and the Sagafta negotiations and a new Tax policy putting Japanese artists and animators concerned.

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Ep. 104: Blood Blockade Battlefront vol.1, by Yasuhiro Nightow 1:06:05

11M ago1:06:05

1:06:05

Is this manga meets X-Men: Inferno? That's how David pitched Blood Blockade Battlefront by Trigun creator Yasuhiro Nightow to good 'ole Chip, but will this over the top spectral superhero series live up to that moniker? Only one way to find out...! Plus: Read and listen along with the show-notes at Mangasplaining.com, and check out our newsletter a…

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Special Repost: WGA reached Agreement 19:55

12M ago19:55

19:55

Today as of releasing, the writers Guild has reached an agreement with AMPTP. With more details in the coming days.

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Ep. 103: What's Michael? by Makoto Kobayashi + Garfield + Heathcliff 1:06:25

12M ago1:06:25

1:06:25

Chip did it, he called our bluff, and so this episode we're discussing the funny orange comic book cat phenomenon, centering on Japan's entry into that particular sweepstakes, Makoto Kobayashi's What's Michael? It's a weird one folks, strap in. Read the show notes and more at Mangasplaining.com, and check out our newsletter and publishing endeavour…

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Ep, 132 Unity Engine Controversy, Justin Roiland Accusations and New Ghibli film details 40:00

12M ago40:00

40:00

Today we cover the story surrounding the Unity company’s new policy, New Details of surrounding Justin Roiland and released date of Studio Ghiblis film

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EP. 102: Not All Girls Are Stupid, by Minami Q-ta 1:03:51

12M ago1:03:51

1:03:51

After our episode on The Blood Red Boy introduced us to Minami Q-ta, the Mangasplaining gang take a deeper dive into their oeuvre with Not All Girls Are Stupid, a brand-new and blistering look at the difficulties of being a woman in your late teens and early 20s. A great chat came out of this, but this episode also ventures into NSFW topics, so may…

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Ep. 101: Real vol. 13, by Takehiko Inoue 1:08:48

1y ago1:08:48

1:08:48

This week, we take a flying leap into the worlds of WRESTLING and REHAB... By way of a basketball manga? Yep! David skips ahead to get to the good stuff with volume 13 of Real by Takehiko Inoue. Plus! A special segment celebrating 100+ episodes of Mangasplaining. Listen and read the show notes at mangasplaining.com. And check out an interview with …

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Ep, 131 Disney Programs removed, Anime Industry in worrisome and more 57:58

1y ago57:58

57:58

Today, we discuss of the situation regarding Disneys programming removed from spectrum, an animation veteran expressed his concerns regarding Japan’s anime industry’s future. A released trailer for studio Ghiblis film and a short review on the Fionna and Cake series.

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Ep. 100: Okinawa, by Susumu Higa 1:10:33

1y ago1:10:33

1:10:33

It's the 100th episode, and the team are doing something special! This week David and Chip take over, interviewing translator Jocelyne Allen and Editor Andrew Woodrow-Butcher on the new manga Okinawa, by Susumu Higa! Produced by MSX and published by Fantagraphics, this gripping historical manga is available everywhere, and you can go behind the sce…

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4 year anniversary!!! Thoughts and Updates 59:34

1y ago59:34

59:34

We just wanted to say thank you for the past 4 years of Animation Nation, sorry for the initial hiatus, just experienced a burn out and more details on that.

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Episode 48: Mystery Manga 1:59:52

1y ago1:59:52

1:59:52

Join Gee and Ray this month, as we get to the bottom of the mysterious case of Mystery Manga! From childhood classic Detective Conan to recent delights like My Dear Detective and Don't Call it Mystery. What makes a successful mystery, and how clever does your detective have to be? From crime thrillers to supernatural shenanigans, put your powers of…

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